Project LIT: How a Nashville educator turned a class project into a nationwide movement

Seeking to address book deserts, English teacher Jarred Amato and his students have inspired the launch of chapters nationwide.

Roger Riddell • March 12, 2018

These strategies are driving K-3 literacy efforts

There’s a clear shift in curriculum between 3rd and 4th grade — instead of learning to read, students are expected to start reading to learn.

Jessica Leigh Brown • March 12, 2018

Stephenville ISD digital learning director stresses importance of pedagogy in 1:1

Brianna Hodges also says community partnerships were key to expanding web access in the rural Texas community.

Roger Riddell • March 12, 2018

Assessments will be disrupted: Is a performance approach the future of testing?

Discussion at SXSWedu 2018 focuses on push for new testing practices that allow multiple ways for students to demonstrate what they know and can do 

Roger Riddell • March 8, 2018

Day 3 at SXSWedu 2018: Media literacy not enough, school-to-prison pipeline disruption

Educators discussed learning games and a student-centered approach in Texas on the third day of the conference.

Roger Riddell • March 7, 2018

When teachers have a fear of math, their pupils can absorb the wrong lesson

Helping educators grow more comfortable with math supports students, too.

Lauren Barack • March 7, 2018

Dance, drama and mariachi — schools use the arts as a ‘turnaround’ strategy

Students from more than 40 schools will perform at the Kennedy Center.

Linda Jacobson • March 7, 2018

Day 2 at SXSWedu 2018: Paul Quinn College’s turnaround, data interoperability and learning science

Students shared their experiences with mindfulness and more as the conference rolled into its second day.

Roger Riddell • March 6, 2018

Day one at SXSWedu 2018: Educators share their stories, talk innovative school design

The first day of Austin’s annual education innovation conference kicked off with conversations about equity and a new effort to help homeless students.

Roger Riddell • March 5, 2018

National Teacher of the Year finalists weigh in on teacher leadership, administrative support

The educators say trust and mentorship opportunities led to their success.

Roger Riddell • March 5, 2018

Students gain workforce skills through part-time jobs

But teens sometimes struggle to balance school with being a “reliable employee.”

Linda Jacobson • March 1, 2018

Virtual reality brings the world into the classroom

While VR is primarily in the hands of early adopters, educators are slowly opening content to students one headset at a time.

Lauren Barack • Feb. 28, 2018

Preparing students for work requires revised approach to education

More collaboration between K-12 and higher ed, as well as greater focus on experiential learning, is key to promoting successful careers and technical education strategies.

Autumn A. Arnett • Feb. 28, 2018

Kentucky’s first black superintendent reflects on her journey and ‘mastery for every child’ education philosophy

Elaine Farris went from P.E. teacher to the highest office in the district.

Autumn A. Arnett • Feb. 26, 2018

‘Alexa, can we go to school today?’

Digital assistants can enhance the classroom experience and throw some fun in the mix.

Lauren Barack • Feb. 21, 2018

Outgoing NYC Chancellor Fariña: Administrators should be curriculum experts, build networks beyond ed

The retiring chief of the nation’s largest school system reflected on her accomplishments, what still needs to be done, and experiences as a woman.

Roger Riddell • Feb. 21, 2018

Trump budget plan would cut grants to support education data systems

Experts say states still need help in learning how to use the data.

Linda Jacobson • Feb. 20, 2018